Arizona Senate Push for the 'Secure Border Act'

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Arizona Senate pushes for the 'Secure Border Act' to make illegal border crossing a crime, bypassing Gov. Katie Hobbs' opposition.

Key Points

  • Modeled after Texas' SB 4, making illegal border crossing a crime
  • Focuses on border security, addressing the fentanyl crisis, and ensuring legal residency for government benefit recipients
  • Different from SB 1070, more narrowly focused on border security
  • Bypasses Governor's veto by putting the decision to voters

Pros

  • Addresses border security concerns
  • Gives local law enforcement the ability to enforce immigration laws

Cons

  • Opposition from Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs
  • Criticism for potentially harming businesses and communities